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Definition of proprietrix

proprietrix

/prəˈpraɪətrɪks/
pro · pri · e · trix
Plural:proprietrices
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• noun

1

A woman who is the owner of a business, establishment, or parcel of property.

Example

"The elegant coastal inn was meticulously managed by a strict but fair proprietrix who knew all her regular guests by name."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This term is largely archaic and formal in modern English; contemporary usage overwhelmingly favors the gender-neutral 'proprietor' or simply 'owner'.

• Nearby Words

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pronghorn
propeller
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prosciutto
prosecutrix
prospect

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 17th century by modifying the English word 'proprietor' with the Latin feminine agent suffix '-trix'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Proprietrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 20, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/proprietrix
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